Guidebook for Olympia
Food Scene
Iron Rabbit Restaurant & Bar
2103 Harrison Ave NWDifferent, unique menu.
The Bread Peddler
222 Capitol Way NFantastic breakfast and close to farmers market.
Anthony's Hearthfire Grill Olympia
1675 Marine Dr NEBest happy hour in town and best view!
Artesian well to craft local beers. My favorite veggie burger and tots location. Yum.
28 locals recommend
McMenamins Spar Café
114 4th Ave EArtesian well to craft local beers. My favorite veggie burger and tots location. Yum.
Anthony's Homeport Olympia
704 Columbia St NWMercato Ristorante
111 Market St NEOlympia Oyster House
320 4th Ave WWell 80 Brewhouse
514 4th Ave ETugboat Annie's
2100 W Bay Dr NWUptown Grill
514 Capitol Way SMediterranean Breeze
2302 Harrison Ave NWRicardo's Kitchen + Bar
676 Woodland Square Loop SEChelsea Farms Oyster Bar
222 Capitol Way NOctapas Cafe
610 Water St SWDa Nang Restaurant
116 4th Ave ELemon Grass Restaurant
212 4th Ave WCurry Corner
9408 Martin Way EDirty Dave's Pizza Parlor
3939 Martin Way EMartin Way Diner
2423 4th Ave ELeft Bank Pastry
1941 4th Ave EBasilico Ristorante
507 Capitol Way SPizzeria La Gitana - Olympia
518 Capitol Way SSushi House
2000 Black Lake Blvd SWDrinks & Nightlife
Swing Wine Bar
825 Columbia St SWFantastic view with incredible drinks.
Northwest Beerwerks
420 Steele St SEFatso's Bar & Grill
3205 Martin Way E
Nicole's Bar
109 Legion Way SouthwestCharlie's Bar & Grill
620 4th Ave EThe Brotherhood Lounge
119 Capitol Way NSightseeing
They offer an amazing tour that is unique to each tour guide. Love the building and history.
6 locals recommend
Capital Buildings & Grounds
210 11th Ave SWThey offer an amazing tour that is unique to each tour guide. Love the building and history.
Beautiful lake for many walkers and joggers. A fountain for children to play in during warmer days.
39 locals recommend
Capitol Lake Park
Water Street SouthwestBeautiful lake for many walkers and joggers. A fountain for children to play in during warmer days.
Percival Landing is 3.38 acres and is one of Olympia's three waterfront parks and is located on the east side of Budd Bay on the southern most tip of Puget Sound. This popular park and tourist destination is in the heart of downtown and is a hub for gatherings, social interaction and public celebrations.
31 locals recommend
Percival Landing
217 Thurston Ave NWPercival Landing is 3.38 acres and is one of Olympia's three waterfront parks and is located on the east side of Budd Bay on the southern most tip of Puget Sound. This popular park and tourist destination is in the heart of downtown and is a hub for gatherings, social interaction and public celebrations.
It houses a a one-half mile scenic loop trail along the Deschutes River and three cascading waterfalls, with interpretive signs featuring pictures that illustrate the history of the area. Glimpse the old Olympic Brewery from the lower falls. In spring, the rhododendrons, one of many native plants in the park, add beauty to the area when they bloom, generally around early May.
73 locals recommend
Tumwater Falls Park
110 Deschutes Way SWIt houses a a one-half mile scenic loop trail along the Deschutes River and three cascading waterfalls, with interpretive signs featuring pictures that illustrate the history of the area. Glimpse the old Olympic Brewery from the lower falls. In spring, the rhododendrons, one of many native plants in the park, add beauty to the area when they bloom, generally around early May.
Parks & Nature
Beautiful easy walking trail with an abundant wildlife of birds.
7 locals recommend
Nisqually National Wildlife Refuge Service Trail
Nisqually National Wildlife Refuge Service TrailBeautiful easy walking trail with an abundant wildlife of birds.
5 mile hike. Take a picnic and explore its many nature trails, let your kids play on the playground, or simply relax and enjoy the surroundings. Originally the site of a church and mission, the park is now an excellent place for birdwatching, hiking and wildlife-spotting. A steep trail heads down to the beach, which is a fascinating place to play at low tide.
80 locals recommend
Priest Point Park
2600 East Bay Drive Northeast5 mile hike. Take a picnic and explore its many nature trails, let your kids play on the playground, or simply relax and enjoy the surroundings. Originally the site of a church and mission, the park is now an excellent place for birdwatching, hiking and wildlife-spotting. A steep trail heads down to the beach, which is a fascinating place to play at low tide.
This tiny park just north of the City of Olympia covers 50 acres and features a trail leading to 1100 feet of beachfront wandering on Budd Inlet.
The trails here boast rhododendrons in the spring and Western Washington's signature lush greenery all year round. In addition to views of Puget Sound, you'll also enjoy a glimpse of the dome of the State Capitol and the majestic Olympic Mountains to the west.
26 locals recommend
Burfoot Park
6927 Boston Harbor Rd NEThis tiny park just north of the City of Olympia covers 50 acres and features a trail leading to 1100 feet of beachfront wandering on Budd Inlet.
The trails here boast rhododendrons in the spring and Western Washington's signature lush greenery all year round. In addition to views of Puget Sound, you'll also enjoy a glimpse of the dome of the State Capitol and the majestic Olympic Mountains to the west.
http://olympiawa.gov/city-services/parks/parks-and-trails.aspx
City of Olympia Parks, Arts & Recreation
222 Columbia Street Northwesthttp://olympiawa.gov/city-services/parks/parks-and-trails.aspx
I love this park. My favorite. I first went here because I was told this place is loaded with bats at night. I would say maybe 5-10 in the evening. Lots of seals and Sea Lions on the floating docks in the water. Lots of birds, oysters, eagles. You can even Kayak there. I bike here several times in the summer on the Chehalis trail.
13 locals recommend
Woodard Bay Conservation Area
I love this park. My favorite. I first went here because I was told this place is loaded with bats at night. I would say maybe 5-10 in the evening. Lots of seals and Sea Lions on the floating docks in the water. Lots of birds, oysters, eagles. You can even Kayak there. I bike here several times in the summer on the Chehalis trail.
Shopping
Capital Mall Station
A central location for "staple" shopping stores.
Archibald Sisters
406 Capitol Way SCompass Rose
416 Capitol Way SDrees of Olympia
524 Washington St SECaptain Little
121 5th Ave SEBuck's Fifth Avenue Spice Shope
209 5th Ave SE
Thompson's Furniture & Gift
5407 Capitol Boulevard SouthBarnes & Noble
5711 Main St SWOlympia Farmers Market
Belleza Ropa Clothing and Shoes
101 Capitol Way NChildhood's End Gallery
222 4th Ave WShipwreck Beads
8535 Commerce Pl Dr NEThe Legislative Gift Center is committed to promoting the State of Washington and the goods produced around the state.
Legislative Gift Center
416 Sid Snyder Avenue SouthwestThe Legislative Gift Center is committed to promoting the State of Washington and the goods produced around the state.
Essentials
This store has a bakery, Subway, Starbucks with the best baristas in Olympia, a Sushi bar, post office, DMV, and a quirky gift selection. A local favorite for sure. In season, fresh Spooner berries and girl scouts for cookies.
27 locals recommend
Ralph's Thriftway
1908 4th Ave EThis store has a bakery, Subway, Starbucks with the best baristas in Olympia, a Sushi bar, post office, DMV, and a quirky gift selection. A local favorite for sure. In season, fresh Spooner berries and girl scouts for cookies.
Albertsons
3520 Pacific Ave SEWalmart Supercenter
1401 Galaxy Dr NEFred Meyer
555 Trosper Rd SWRite Aid
691 Sleater Kinney Rd SEBayview Thriftway
516 4th Ave WWalgreens
1510 Cooper Point Rd SWGetting around
Capital Aeroporter Airport Shuttle
1342 88th Avenue SoutheastEnterprise Rent-A-Car
940 Market StHertz Car Rental
400 Cooper Point Road Southwest
Intercity Transit
205 Franklin Street NortheastSeattle-Tacoma International Airport
17801 International BlvdGreyhound:Bus Station
205 Franklin St NEAmtrak Lacey Station
6600 Yelm Hwy SERediCab Olympia Taxi
120 State Avenue Northeast